Based on 25 years of data, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) prices in India typically peak in October (about 6% above the annual average) and bottom out in February (roughly 4% below). Historically, selling around October has fetched better rates.
Best month
October
vs average +6%
Weakest month
February
vs average −4%
100 = annual average (₹18,312/quintal) · averaged over 25 years
| Month | Index | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | 96.8 | ₹17,726 |
| FebruaryLowest | 96 | ₹17,580 |
| March | 96.1 | ₹17,598 |
| April | 97.4 | ₹17,836 |
| May | 99 | ₹18,129 |
| June | 99.6 | ₹18,239 |
| July | 102.2 | ₹18,715 |
| August | 103.8 | ₹19,008 |
| September | 105.4 | ₹19,301 |
| October★ Best | 105.9 | ₹19,392 |
| November | 100.7 | ₹18,440 |
| December | 97.3 | ₹17,818 |
Top 3 months to sell: October, September, August. The all-time highest monthly average was ₹41,841/quintal in September 2021.
